Feed aggregator

After Ukrainian soldier’s death, his dream comes to life

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 13:45
Ukrainian soldier Andriy Chernytskyi came up with a project to build a kids’ playground in his hometown – but didn’t live to see it come to fruition. The playground is now open. Tetiana Kukurika has the story, narrated by Anna Rice. VOA footage by Sergiy Rybchynski.

February 18, 2025

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 13:25
A look at the best news photos from around the world.

Pakistan claims 30 militants killed near Afghan border

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 13:24
Military officials tied the slain militants to the outlawed TTP

Pope accepts resignation of Canadian bishop accused of sexual abuse

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 12:53
In a statement, the pope noted that any bishop who turns 75 is automatically requested to offer his resignation

What We Know About Trump’s Efforts to Roll Back TPS For Venezuelans and CHNV Parole

From his first day in office, President Trump made clear that part of his immigration agenda was to strip legal protections from people who currently qualify for them, rendering them deportable as “illegal immigrants.” In his first weeks, the administration has made a few opening moves in that effort, while leaving the door open to […]

The post What We Know About Trump’s Efforts to Roll Back TPS For Venezuelans and CHNV Parole appeared first on Immigration Impact.

Men, women experience near daily floggings in Afghanistan

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 11:53
Since the beginning of February, 61 Afghans have been publicly flogged for crimes such as adultery and sodomy

Rubio: US looks for 'fair, sustainable' end to Russian war on Ukraine

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 11:48
Top US diplomat says both sides will need to make concessions to halt three-year conflict

Uganda under fire for detention of opposition leader

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 11:03
Kizza Besigye has been hospitalized after a hunger strike

After Toronto plane crash, Delta says 19 of 21 passengers released from hospitals

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 11:01
Investigators from Canada's Transportation Safety Board are leading the probe into why the regional jet flipped over upon landing

Uganda discharges last Ebola patients; No new deaths from contagious virus reported 

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 10:59
World Health Organization describes recoveries as a milestone that 'reflects the power of Uganda's quick and coordinated response'

Tools Outage

USCIS will conduct system maintenance to the Contact Relationship Interface System (CRIS) on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025 at 11:50 p.m. through Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025 at 2:00 a.m. Eastern.

Leonard Peltier leaves prison after Biden commuted sentence in killing of FBI agents

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 10:20
The 80-year-old Native American activist, who maintains his innocence, was released to home confinement after nearly 50 years in prison

Inclusivity, economic woes, and security challenge Syria post-Assad

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 09:54
Syrian foreign minister says his country has gained freedom while managing to avoid another civil war, but observers point to major challenges ahead, such as dire economy, uncertain security, and including diverse population in decision-making and governance

Social Security head steps down over DOGE access of recipient information: AP sources

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 08:55
Critics say that, with access, someone could erase recipients’ earnings records, making it impossible for them to collect government benefits

Vietnam parliament approves radical government cost-cutting drive 

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 08:54
The reform are creating unease in a communist country where working for the state long meant a job for life

Border Crossings: Will Moseley

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 07:55
American Idol Season 22 Runner-Up, Will Moseley released “Everything But Me” December 6.  It has over 500,000 streams on Spotify and hit #1 on the iTunes charts in Sweden, Norway, Ireland, New Zealand, and also charted in 16 countries. Moseley captivated the American Idol judges with his raspy drawl and a soulful delivery during his Season 22 audition.  Lionel Ritchie called him a “star” and went on to say, “his voice was amazing.”  He received all yeses from the judges, Ritchie, Katy Perry,...

Vatican cancels pope's weekend engagements as he battles 'complex' infection 

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 06:24
The 88-year-old pontiff has been suffering from a respiratory infection for more than a week and was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital on Friday

Philippines reports intrusions targeting intelligence data

Voice of America’s immigration news - February 18, 2025 - 05:13
Attempts to steal data are wide-ranging, said minister for information and communications Ivan Uy

Pages